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#809047 - 09/05/07 01:51 PM Usury Ceiling
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We are researching GA usury laws and have been unable to access GA State Code without a LexisNexis sign-in. Do you know of any other way to access GA Code?

We are specifically looking for information on whether Georgia law stipulates a usury ceiling term of weekly, quarterly or annually. We understand some states do not define a ceiling term but have been told Georgia does. Does anyone know?
We think this issue would be addressed in GA Code 7-4-1, but can't access it…
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#809331 - 09/05/07 04:42 PM Re: Usury Ceiling LoisLane
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I can't believe the OCGA can now only be accessed via login! I've e-mailed Lexis Nexis to see if this is a glitch. The maximum you may charge for most loans is found in 7-4-18 and it states: "....any rate of interest greater than 5% per month either directly or indirectly, by way of commission for advances,discount, exchanges, or the purchase of salary or wages,by notarial or other fees; or by any contract, contrivance, or device whatsoever shall be guilty of a misdemeanor" We've always kept the APR less than 60% and been fine.

the 16% cap on loans $3000 and under can be either APR or flat rate. You may charge a flat interest rate of 16% on a note if you can justify your loan fees to exclude them from interest for purposes of the usury calculation.
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#809402 - 09/05/07 05:46 PM Re: Usury Ceiling waldensouth
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Thank you for your email. In response to your email. The problem is a technical glitch.



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#809566 - 09/05/07 08:00 PM Re: Usury Ceiling waldensouth
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LOL!

Lois, also keep in mind that the 5%/month can totally trap you if you are considering fees on the deposit side, such as daily overdraft fees or credit line access, etc.
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#947035 - 04/22/08 01:39 AM Re: Usury Ceiling RR Joker
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We had this question come up as to whether GA considers a daily overdraft fee interest. My understanding is that this would be correct however I can't find a specific cite. Would anyone be able to direct me to where this may be stated? Thank you.

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#947175 - 04/22/08 02:04 PM Re: Usury Ceiling Jan94
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they do - it is based on the time-value of money. it is a legal opinion from the AG's office and I have a copy of it. PM me with your real e-mail address and I'll send it to you.
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#948357 - 04/23/08 06:30 PM Re: Usury Ceiling waldensouth
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Thank you for your response. I do have a copy of the 2003 AG opinion if that is the one you are referencing. There was a lot in there to digest so I just wanted to confirm if I understood it correctly. Appreciate your help.

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#948369 - 04/23/08 06:36 PM Re: Usury Ceiling Jan94
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DBF issued an internal memo dated 7-9-2002 covering Interest and Usury - specifically addressing Overdrafts.
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